Hello friends! In the past seven days, a tornado in Nashville destroyed the neighborhood my daughter was living in. The stress took its toll on Mr. Decor who was hospitalized but he has now been released. So I think a bit of luck and cheer is in order. Here are a few Happy St. Patrick's Day Ideas. Have some old shoes just laying about? Transform them into Lucky Leprechaun Loafers. Happy St. Patrick's Day Ideas For quick and crafty front door decor try this Paper Shamrock Wreath. These ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles Leap Into Spring
I'm sitting in my kitchen. The sun is not quite up yet. It's Leap Day. One entire extra day. I still feel a bit behind. It's been a very long week searching for college scholarships. A long week finding and printing out information for my son. Helping him with a mountain of paperwork. We're not close to done. But today is an extra day. I now have time to write Sunday Smiles Leap Into Spring. Jack and Jill I love a bold use of color. Dimples and Tangles recently shared her daughter and ... View the Post
An Emma Inspired Outfit
Hello sweet friends! Welcome to another edition of Fashion Friday. Today I am sharing An Emma Inspired Outfit. An Emma Inspired Outfit Tomorrow the D/FW Costumers are headed out to see the new Jane Austen's Emma film. I made this raw silk dress right before my Josephine Bonaparte gown as a wearable mockup. This served two purposes. To make sure the pattern worked well before I cut into my expensive silk and that I would have a dress to wear to tomorrow's outing. The dress is made ... View the Post
Early Spring Blossom Craft
Welcome to the February Pinterest Challenge an Early Spring Blossom Craft. This monthly event is hosted by Cindy of County Road 407. If you are visiting from Thistle Key Lane may I say “Welcome to Storybook Cottage!” Early Spring Blossom Craft This month’s challenge was inspired by some spring inspired decor by Hip & Humble Style. Supplies A few bare branches. (These came from our Crepe Myrtle.) Small blossoms from Dollar Store flowers. Hot or craft glue. This project ... View the Post
Sunday Smiles The Repair Shop
Yesterday I spent a lovely day with my friend Dartanyan. It was a Featherweight spa day for the new to me sewing machine. We cleaned, we oiled and now my girl is repaired and ready to sew!!! It felt deep in my bones good. Today is full of Sunday Smiles The Repair Shop. The repair of the 60+ year machine made me think about one of my favorite quotes. Perspective is such a powerful thing. To Plant A Seed I need to get out in the garden and start clearing away the weariness of winter. Plant ... View the Post
A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress
Happy Valentine's Day sweet friends! One of the most enduring romances of all time is that of the Bonapartes. For this special Friday Fashion post, I bring you A Josephine Bonaparte Inspired Dress. The dress was worn to the Napoleon and Josephine Valentine Tea I recently hosted. I have actually wanted to create a Napoleon and Josephine event for a few years. My Pinterest feed often features the Empress. Based on several paintings of her it appears that she had a fondness for ... View the Post
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